Main Group Chemistry Award

The Main Group Chemistry Award recognises outstanding research in any aspect of the chemistry of the s and p block elements.

Rules and Criteria

• Run biennially
• Candidates are permitted to nominate themselves
• Candidates must be in their mid-career, i.e. aged 55 or under.  The age specified is intended to guide nominators and selection panelists; appropriate consideration will be given to those who have taken career breaks or followed different study paths.
• One page CV for the candidate which should include their date of birth, website URL, summary of education and career, a list of 5 relevant publications, total numbers of publications and patents
• A one page supporting statement addressing the selection criteria
• Nominations open on 1 September 2009 
• Nominations close on 31 January 2010 
• Award winner will be chosen by the Dalton Division Awards Committee
• Award winner receives £2000, a medal and a certificate